by admin | May 26, 2026 | Appalachia, BCPIA, General, Home Rehabilitation, Home Repair, house, McDowell County, News, West Virginia
Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying, “The best investment is in the tools of one’s own trade.” For Big Creek People in Action (BCPIA) in McDowell County, West Virginia, having reliable tools is essential to carrying out its home rehabilitation program for low-income...
by admin | Oct 8, 2025 | Appalachian programs, General, News, Utility Assistance
This year, Americans Helping Americans® provided critical support to Appalachian families struggling to keep the lights on, heat their homes, and pay their rent. Through our utility assistance program, Americans Helping Americans® provided $8,600 in cash grants to...
by admin | Sep 6, 2024 | Appalachia, Barefeet, CHILDREN, General, News
Barefoot No Longer: Helping Appalachian Children Walk Into a Brighter Future Every child deserves a proper pair of shoes. According to the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), one of the most crucial back-to-school purchases for any parent is a well-fitting...
by admin | Aug 26, 2024 | Empowerment, General, LAMP, News, Youth Programs
For more than two decades, LAMP Ministries in Gainesville, Georgia, has been working to transform the lives of children, youth, parents and other at-risk individuals in Hall and surrounding counties by providing vital support and services through various diverse...
by admin | Oct 18, 2023 | Appalachia, CHILDREN, General, News, summer
A Summer of Memories, and Meal, for Hundreds of Appalachian children Summer’s over for children throughout Appalachia, and school has resumed. Hundreds of children have exciting stories to share when asked, “What did you do this summer?”...
by admin | Oct 12, 2023 | General, house, News
Roofs, Ramps, Home Repairs, and Heat! for Struggling Families and Elderly in Appalachia Heat during the coldest days of winter is a basic need for families in Appalachia, but sadly that’s not always available for many families, the elderly and disabled living in...
